Digital Security 101

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How To Avoid the 12 Latest Venmo Scams in 2025

Scammers exploit Venmo to trick victims into sending money, giving up bank account access, or providing sensitive info that can be used for identity theft.

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July 24, 2025
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Geek Squad Scams Are Back in 2025: How To Stay Safe

Scammers impersonate Best Buy’s Geek Squad technical support team to send fake renewal emails and texts, or call to offer bogus services.

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July 18, 2025
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How to Avoid Airline Scams That Can Take You For a Ride

Scammers create fake airline booking websites with discounted tickets, pose as airline staff, and even offer free tickets to steal your information.

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November 13, 2023
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Someone Bought a Car In My Name! What Should I do?

Yes, it’s possible for someone to steal your identity and buy a car in your name. Here’s how vehicle identity theft works and how you can recover.

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November 13, 2023
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Don’t Let These 10 Airbnb Scams Ruin Your Vacation

Booking your next vacation rental? Here’s a list of all the latest Airbnb scams so you know what listings to pass on and which ones are legitimate.

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November 13, 2023
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Car Title Scams Explained: How to Safely Buy a Used Car

Car title scams are rampant and can cause you to pay more for a vehicle that’s damaged or stolen. Here’s how to tell if a used car is legitimate or a scam.

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November 13, 2023
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The 12 Walmart Scams You Didn’t Know About (Until Now)

Walmart is the world’s biggest retailer. But that also makes it a huge target for scammers. Here are the latest Walmart scams you need to be aware of.

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November 9, 2023
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How To Avoid Black Friday & Cyber Monday Scams

Black Friday & Cyber Monday scams are on the rise. Learn 9 common ways con artists are defrauding holiday shoppers this year.

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November 7, 2023

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